Ganti - Canning - II, South 24 Parganas
Ganti is a village situated in the Canning - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 24.8 km from Canning and around 59.8 km from Alipore. Deuli-ii serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ganti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ganti is 333831. The village covers a total geographical area of 188 hectares and falls under the 743376 pincode. Canning is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Ganti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Canning Purba Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jaynagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ganti
As per Census 2011, Ganti village has a total population of 1,752 people, consisting of 926 males and 826 females. The village has 340 households and a sex ratio of 892 females per 1,000 males. There are 217 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,273 literate and 479 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,242 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ganti are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,752 | 926 | 826 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 217 | 111 | 106 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,242 | 660 | 582 |
| Literate Population | 1,273 | 750 | 523 |
| Illiterate Population | 479 | 176 | 303 |
Nearby Villages of Ganti
Ganti is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Ganti
Ganti is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Canning to Ganti is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Ganti is about 59.8 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ganti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ganti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ganti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ganti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ganti
Where is Ganti located?
Ganti village is located in Canning - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ganti?
The Gram Panchayat of Ganti is Deuli-ii.
What is the pincode of Ganti?
The pincode of Ganti is 743376.
What is the population of Ganti?
Ganti has a total population of 1,752, including 926 males and 826 females.
How many households are there in Ganti?
There are 340 households in Ganti.
What is the literacy rate in Ganti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ganti is 72.66%. Male literacy is 80.99% and female literacy is 63.32%.